Aalborg - Viborg
Discover Mariager Fjord and Viborg
Look forward to a journey through open countryside with fields and meadows, and not least the beautiful Mariager Fjord. The trip takes you between the Viking Age, the medieval period in Viborg, and the present day.
Bike out of Aalborg
Leaving the city of Aalborg, you can enjoy the architecture along Aalborg's waterfront, the beautiful old districts, and the city's green parks. Experience the first 31 km of today's stage and then take a well-deserved lunch break.
Breakfast in Rebild
In Rebild, you can enjoy your breakfast at Rold Storkro or take a short trip towards Skørping and try Café Bagtanker. If you want to take an extra long breakfast break, you can also visit RebildPorten and get a stamp in your Hærvej Passport.
Bike to Hobro
Enjoy the last 36 km of today's stage through open countryside with fields and meadows, and not least the beautiful Mariager Fjord. When you arrive in Hobro, do not cheat yourself out of experiencing the UNESCO certified Fyrkat Viking Ring Fortress.
Dinner
After a lovely day of brisk cycling, you can enjoy a well-deserved dinner meal at places like Bie's Restaurant or Cafe K in Hobro.
Stay inside
If you would like to sleep indoors, Danhostel Hobro is a high-quality accommodation with cozy amenities. Remember to book a spot before arrival.
Stay outdoors at the shelter site by Ørnedalsbugten which is beautifully situated with a view of Mariager Fjord. Staying here is free, but if you need to use the toilet and shower facilities at Hobro Sports Center, there is a charge.
*NOTE. The shelter cannot be booked in advance; it operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
Breakfast and shopping for lunch before departure
If you have stayed at Danhostel, you can enjoy the breakfast there, but make sure to stop by Hobro Bread no matter what before today's stage, to buy your lunch for later.
Cycle for 20 kilometers before your next break
Take a well-deserved break and enjoy your lunch at Madpakkehuset, The Green Wedge in Vammen, after 20 km. You can also buy toppings for your bread at Min Købmand before you take the break.
Cycling towards Viborg
Then continue the last 21 km towards Viborg, which among other things takes you past Rødding Lake and with a small detour also to Blomstergården at Neder Kokholm, which has 1000 different species one of the largest collections of fuchsia.
Goal
You completed the two-day trip and you can now experience a bit of what Viborg has to offer, such as a tour around the lakes, The Five Ridges or a stroll through the old streets and perhaps a visit to one of the city's many eateries before you take the train back to Aalborg.
Practical information
- Indoor accommodationIf you would like to sleep indoors, Danhostel is a high-quality accommodation with cozy facilities. Remember to book a spot before arrival.
- Outdoor accommodationAt the shelter site by Ørnedalsbugten, which is beautifully situated with a view of Mariager Fjord. Staying here is free, but if you need to use the toilet and shower facilities at Hobro Sports Center, there is a charge. *NOTE. You cannot book a shelter, it's first-come, first-served.
- Parking at the startTake public transportation or park your car at Aalborg Station, John F. Kennedys Pl. 3, 9000 Aalborg, and start your journey on Hærvejen.
- Transport back to AalborgTake train RA 5436 (Langå Station) for 3 stops and get off at Aarhus H. From there, find IC 4329 (Aalborg Station) and then locate your car in Aalborg.
